Poly Falmouth

Poly Falmouth Falmouth's local theatre, archive, cinema and art gallery. Promoting innovative art and education in Cornwall since 1833.

The Royal Cornwall Polytechnic Society aims to promote innovation in the arts and sciences, with particular focus on the county of Cornwall. Established in 1833 to promote the ideas of the men who worked at Perran Foundry near Falmouth, the RCPS still encourages innovation, but now in various disciplines. Currently the board is working hard on re-establishing The Poly as a cultural, historical and

scientific hub right in the heart of Falmouth. We can only do this with your continued support, and we hope that many of you consider becoming members of the society to help support our aims and create a wonderful, dynamic and sustainable society and venue for future generations in Cornwall. Please note: We cannot guarantee that messages to our page will be read and/or responded to. We ask that you email [email protected] or call box office on 01326 319461 for all enquiries.

🔆 POLY POTTERYCourses coming up soon...🔆 BEGINNER'S HANDBUILDING: STAGE 14-Week Course📅 Monday 31st August – 21st Septem...
26/07/2026

🔆 POLY POTTERY
Courses coming up soon...

🔆 BEGINNER'S HANDBUILDING: STAGE 1
4-Week Course
📅 Monday 31st August – 21st September. 2pm-4pm or 6pm-8p
An introduction to a variety of techniques such as making pinch bowls, slab boxes, and small coiled vessels, all while being in encouraged to experiment with traditional decorative methods.

🔆 THROWING: STAGE 1
4-Week Course
📅 Tuesday 1st - 22nd September, 2pm-4pm or 6pm-8pm
Learn all the basics of making on the wheel. You’ll start with throwing basic cylinders and then developing your skills to help you make more complicated forms.

🔆 THROWING: STAGE 2 (ADVANCED)
6-Week Course
📅 Wednesday 2nd September - Wednesday 7th October, 2pm-4pm
This course is designed for people with experience on the wheel looking to advance their skills.

🔆 RAKU:
6-Week Course
📅 Thursday 3rd September - Thursday 8th October, 6pm-8pm
Explore a mesmerising ancient firing method. Experiment with bespoke Raku glazes, designed for dramatic, one-of-a-kind results, experience the thrill of pulling red-hot pots from the flames at 1000°! Designed for both beginners and experienced potters

🖥️ Book online @ thepoly.org
📞 01326 319461

📽️ EDGE OF SUMMER WITH Q&A📅 Tuesday 28th July, 7pm Set on the Cornish coast in the early 90s, this haunting coming-of-ag...
25/07/2026

📽️ EDGE OF SUMMER WITH Q&A
📅 Tuesday 28th July, 7pm

Set on the Cornish coast in the early 90s, this haunting coming-of-age drama is a must-see.

When 11-year-old Evie arrives for a summer holiday, she expects days of beaches and boredom. Instead, she meets local boy Adam, who leads her deep into an abandoned tin mine. What begins as an adventure sees childhood narratives unravel and a darker, more complex picture of the adult world take shape.

⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A wonderfully sensual film full of the details that might pull one back into a remembered world:' - Eye For Film

Part of The Poly's Cornish Stories On Screen film season.
Followed by a Q&A with Director Lucy Cohen.

🖥️ Book online @ thepoly.org
📞 01326 319461

📽️ EDGE OF SUMMER WITH Q&A 📅 Tuesday 28th July, 7.00pmA haunting coming-of-age drama set on the Cornish coast in the ear...
25/07/2026

📽️ EDGE OF SUMMER WITH Q&A
📅 Tuesday 28th July, 7.00pm

A haunting coming-of-age drama set on the Cornish coast in the early 90s.

When 11-year-old Evie arrives for a summer holiday, she expects days of beaches and boredom. Instead, she meets local boy Adam, who leads her deep into an abandoned tin mine. What begins as an adventure sees childhood narratives unravel and a darker, more complex picture of the adult world take shape.

⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A wonderfully sensual film full of the details that might pull one back into a remembered world:' - Eye For Film

Followed by a Q&A with Director Lucy Cohen.

🖥️ Book online @ thepoly.org
📞 01326 319461

24/07/2026

🔆 JUST TWO DAYS TO GO!
THE SECRET POSTCARD EXHIBITION
Main Gallery (2nd Floor)
📅 Friday 24th July 10am – 5pm
📅 Saturday 25th July 10am – 3pm.

Another selection of the fabulous and extremely varied postcard designs in our exhibition this week - all designed by local artists...

All the postcards are for sale, with funds raised going towards the fundraising campaign. Drop by to take a look and reserve your favourites - but hurry as they are going quickly!

📽️ BROWN W***Y (15) WITH Q&A📅 Friday 31st July, 7.30pmThe cult Cornish classic returns to the big screen!After an unexpe...
23/07/2026

📽️ BROWN W***Y (15) WITH Q&A
📅 Friday 31st July, 7.30pm

The cult Cornish classic returns to the big screen!

After an unexpectedly debauched night, Michael and Pete find themselves disorientated and lost on Bodmin Moor. As they attempt to get back to civilization they find themselves in an increasingly desperate battle with the barren terrain, unforgiving environment and… each other.

‘Cornwall’s answer to Withnail and I’ - The New Statesman

⭐⭐⭐⭐ '...a beautiful and funny journey.' - UK Film Review

Followed by Q&A with Writer and Director Brett Harvey and Producer Simon Harvey.

🖥️ Book online @ thepoly.org
📞 01326 319461

🔆 POLY POTTERYSUMMER HANDBUILDING TASTER SESSIONS FOR ADULTS (2HRS)An introduction to the wonderful world of clay!Have f...
23/07/2026

🔆 POLY POTTERY
SUMMER HANDBUILDING TASTER SESSIONS FOR ADULTS (2HRS)

An introduction to the wonderful world of clay!

Have fun and explore handbuilding techniques and decorating with coloured slips - all in a friendly, supportive environment.

Monday 3rd, 10th & 17th August 2pm
Tuesday 4th, 11th & 18th August 2pm // 6pm
Wednesday 5th, 12th & 19th August 2pm

🖥️ Book online @ thepoly.org
📞 01326 319461

🎵 ECMF Opening Night,Sean Graefe-Morrison & Tarren📅 Wednesday 29th July, 7.30pmComing up next week, we have an evening c...
23/07/2026

🎵 ECMF Opening Night,
Sean Graefe-Morrison & Tarren
📅 Wednesday 29th July, 7.30pm

Coming up next week, we have an evening celebrating the opening night of the 2026 Enys Chamber Music Festival.

Award-winning violinist Sean Graefe-Morrison—hailed as 'fluent and fearless'—teams up with Tarren, a mini folk supergroup for what promises to be an unforgettable evening of trad music

🖥️ Book online @ thepoly.org
📞 01326 319461

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⚔️ SWORD FIGHTING WORKSHOPS 📅 Wednesday 29th JulyAges 5-7: 10.15am - 11.15am Ages 8-12: 2pm - 1pm Calling all young war...
23/07/2026

⚔️ SWORD FIGHTING WORKSHOPS
📅 Wednesday 29th July
Ages 5-7: 10.15am - 11.15am
Ages 8-12: 2pm - 1pm

Calling all young warriors! Come and develop skills to make you the best on the battlefield, the deck of a ship or out in a galaxy far away!

Begin your journey in understanding the principles of sword fighting including footwork, parries and attacks. Drawing on real historical styles and stage/screen combat making helping you look cool whilst also keeping you safe.

For this workshop, foam swords will be used - with the chance to look at some real ones after.

🖥️ Book online @ thepoly.org
📞 01326 319461

❣️ A BIG THANK YOU...To everyone who supported our Preloved Pop-Up Clothing Sale Fundraiser. We are thrilled to let you...
23/07/2026

❣️ A BIG THANK YOU...
To everyone who supported our Preloved Pop-Up Clothing Sale Fundraiser.

We are thrilled to let you know the event raised £630 - with all the funds going towards our fundraising campaign. Your support means so much and will help us grow and develop our offer, improve our building and keep delivering a varied cultural programme for our communities in Falmouth and wider Cornwall.

Another wonderful way to support The Poly is to come along to our Secret Postcard Exhibition talking place in our Main Gallery (2nd Floor) this week. Running until Saturday, it offers you the chance to view unique postcard size original designs created by local artists - all of which are for sale. All the funds raised will also go towards the fundraising campaign.

23/07/2026

🔆 THIS WEEK AT THE POLY!
THE SECRET POSTCARD EXHIBITION
Main Gallery (2nd Floor)
📅 Thursday 23rd – Friday 24th July 10am – 5pm
📅 Saturday 25th July 10am – 3pm.

Another small selection of the many incredible postcard designs by local artists...

All the postcards are for sale, with funds raised going towards the fundraising campaign. Drop by to take a look and reserve your favourites - but hurry as they are going quickly!

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24 Church Street
Falmouth
TR113EG

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Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm

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